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The FTC’s Game-Changing Final Rule: A New Era for Non-Compete Agreements
In a landmark decision on April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced its Final Rule, marking a significant shift in the landscape of non-compete agreements. This ruling, which is set to reshape applicable non-compete law, effectively prohibits...
Navigating AI and Employment Law: Key Takeaways from the EEOC’s Initiative
In the evolving landscape of employment practices, technology is playing an increasingly pivotal role. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has launched an "Artificial Intelligence and Algorithmic Fairness Initiative" to ensure that software, including...
Definition of a Federal “Whistle-blower” Under Review by the Merit System Protection Board
Background of the Case: Reese v. Navy The Merit System Protection Board (MSPB), the federal adjudicatory agency tasked with enforcing federal civil service laws, is currently reviewing the definition of a “federal whistle-blower.” This potential revision comes in...
Is It Possible to Get Out of a Non-Compete Agreement?
A non-compete agreement is a contract, or a clause in a contract, that prevents an employee from working for a company’s competitor. If you are wondering if it is possible to get out of a non-compete agreement in Florida, an experienced Florida employment attorney...
Options for Seeking Compensation After Being Unlawfully Fired
Being fired from your job is an incredibly stressful situation; it leaves you without an income or the stability you have come to expect from your job. If you believe you have been unlawfully fired in Florida, seeking experienced legal help is one way to explore your...
What Are Your Legal Options for Disability Discrimination?
Disability discrimination in the workplace is unlawful under the Florida Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you can perform the essential functions in your job description with reasonable accommodations, your employer can’t discriminate...
What Are the Signs of Employment Discrimination?
Employment discrimination isn’t just uncomfortable — it’s unlawful, and you can hold your employer accountable. But sometimes, determining whether a harsh act is discrimination can be challenging. Employers make hiring decisions at their discretion, so how can you be...
When Can You Sue in Florida for Wrongful Termination?
Florida is an at-will employment state, meaning that employers have the general right to terminate a worker’s contract for no specific reason. However, there are some exceptions, like discrimination and objecting to unlawful workplace practices, that fall under...
If I am a Victim of Retaliation for Whistleblowing, What Can I Do?
Reporting your employer for fraud, unsafe working conditions, discriminatory practices, or other wrongdoing is never easy. You may fear that becoming a whistleblower may put your job at risk or ruin your professional relationships. You should know that you’re...
What Sets Florida’s Employment Laws Apart for Employees?
While more than 180 federal labor laws protect the rights of employees, each state has its own set of rules that may be different from federal laws. Florida, for example, has several laws that provide greater protection than federal government laws, particularly in...